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What is the main function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?

  • Renders data into pictures on the screen
  • Acts as the brain of the PC (correct)
  • Connects all devices together
  • Stores short-term data for the PC

Which component is considered a PC's short-term memory?

  • Motherboard
  • Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
  • RAM (correct)
  • Central Processing Unit (CPU)

What is the primary role of a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)?

  • Provides power to all devices
  • Calculates and interprets instructions
  • Accelerates graphics rendering (correct)
  • Connects the components together

What is the purpose of a Motherboard in a PC?

<p>Connects all devices together (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component must be compliant with the Motherboard for correct functioning?

<p>Central Processing Unit (CPU) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does RAM differ from a hard disk drive or SSD?

<p>It resets every time the system is rebooted (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a power supply unit in a computer?

<p>To convert power from the outlet into usable power for internal hardware (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about HDDs and SSDs is true?

<p>SSDs are faster than traditional HDDs for data access and transfer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term "non-volatile" refer to in the context of storage devices?

<p>Devices that can store data permanently, even when powered off (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a form factor in the context of computer hardware?

<p>The size and shape of a component (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about SSDs is true?

<p>SSDs store data on an integrated circuit made of silicon semiconductor cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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